December weather forecast
Hillsdale, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hillsdale, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). During the nights in December, Hillsdale experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Hillsdale, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Hillsdale, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hillsdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.6 days and collects up to 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hillsdale, during December, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Hillsdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.1 days and aggregates up to 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hillsdale is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hillsdale, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hillsdale, during December, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsdale have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hillsdale is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average temperature in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average pressure in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average humidity in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average UV index in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Hillsdale, PA

Average visibility in December - Hillsdale, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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